Using Resources Wisely…. That’s the Girl Scout Way!
Using resources wisely means taking care of the natural resources under our care, including our forests.
GSNENY stewards 886 acres of forests in and outside of the Adirondack Park of New York State. Four of our camp properties: Hidden Lake Camp, Camp Is-Sho-Da, Camp Woodhaven and Lake Clear Camp- have forests that we are responsible for. Most of our forests are second growth forest, growing from abandoned pastures and heavy deforestation more than 100 years ago.
In addition, many of our camps contain important waterways that connect to important water sources and must be properly managed. The protection of the pristine Lake Clear, Glowegee Creek, or ultimately Lake George, we have an important role in protecting clean water in Northeastern New York.
What makes for a healthy forest? 
Why do we need to manage our forests?
Where is GSNENY doing Forest Management?
Why is GSNENY using a Professional Forester?
What Are The Threats to Our Forests’ Health?
What Best Practices Will Be Used At Our Camps?
How Will This Impact My Girl Scout Experience?
Who Do I Contact To Talk About This?
The Girl Scout Tree Promise
All over the world, deforestation and climate change are damaging the planet. Trees help cool communities, reducing the heat island effect created by buildings, machines, and pavement. They also provide habitat for wildlife, create shade on hot summer days, clean water, and remove asthma-causing air pollution.
Join Girl Scouts to make the world a better place as we plant, protect, and honor trees with the Girl Scout Tree Promise. Learn how to solve community problems and use team-building skills to sow seeds of change with family and friends today!
CLICK HERE to download a free activity guide, track your impact, and find out how to earn your Tree Promise patch!
Girl Scouts Support Healthy Forests
Environmental Education Badges:
Daisy Eco Learning, Brownie Eco Friend, Junior Eco Camper, Cadette Eco Trekker, Senior Eco Explorer, and Ambassador Eco Advocate
CLICK HERE to learn more!
Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors
Be Your Most Out There Self!
You don’t need access to a national park or the woods to enjoy the outdoors! So put yourself out there with us and participate in our Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge.
Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with improved mood, focus, and confidence—whether you spend that time becoming a rockstar at rock climbing or making a splash in the puddles around your neighborhood.
Download our free activity sheet HERE with 50+ fun activities to see what’s
possible right outside your own front door today!
